Trehalose, a sugar found naturally in mushrooms, honey, lobster and
shrimp, improves the aroma and quality of dried fruit ingredients,
suggests a new study.
A new taste modification platform from Wild Flavors claims to allow
manufacturers of savoury goods to add the distinct umami flavor -
and mouthfeel - to their products.
Premium crisp manufacturer Kettle Chips has launched a new variety
of an old classic to tempt lovers of the traditional best-selling
cheese & onion flavour.
Genetically modified rice containing human genes has received
preliminary approval in the US, sparking new concerns and fears on
both sides of the Atlantic.
A new Mediterranean diet symbol is set to be launched in coming
months, allowing US manufacturers to flag up products that fit into
this increasingly influential diet plan.
Modifying vegetable protein with transglutaminase enzymes improves
the gelling properties, claim German researchers - a result that
may offer value-added solutions for a wide range of food products.
A new laser sorter system uses digital rather than analogue methods
to more accurately remove foreign materials from frozen vegetables,
according to its manufacturer.
Executives at two food processors face criminal prosecution while
many others are under investigation for using unlicensed labour,
says the regulator responsible for enforcing the UK's gangmaster
law.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a list of
consistent definitions for food ingredients, providing a concise
point of reference for food and beverage manufacturers.
All adverts for food and drink in France must now carry healthy
eating messages or companies will face fines, under rules launched
by the government (Thursday) to tackle obesity.
Vanillin mixed with a commercial available post-cut dip solution
could help prevent fresh cut produce from becoming contaminated
with pathogens, according to new research.
US food regulatory agencies are to hold a public meeting to discuss
the nation's draft positions on food additives ahead of a Codex
session due to take place in April.
A little piece of Fairtrade Fortnight touched the UK dairy industry
this week as the head of the Sainsbury's supermarket told farmers
he was willing to pay more for their milk.
A new trial from the US has reported that garlic may not decrease LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels, raising questions over the cardiovascular benefits of garlic.
Obtaining a GRAS opinion for products containing added
caffeine, as well as clearly labeling the substance, could help
protect food and beverage manufacturers from future regulatory
concerns, according to lawyers specializing in the...
For the first time, researchers say they have direct evidence that
Europeans' bodies evolved to digest milk much later and more
rapidly than previously thought.
US agricultural giant DuPont today announced it is to begin
executing its $100m reinvestment plan, a move designed to increase
the firm's innovation and meet growing demand for grain.
Univar's Czech subsidiary has acquired the enzymes distribution
business of Ekozym, a specialised business based on the
distribution of Novozyme products.
A new detection system pinpoints individual leaks in packaging,
which reduces recalls by raising the alarm before unsealed products
leave the production line.
A simple heat and irradiation treatment may reduce the levels of an
allergenic protein in prawns that may make the seafood accessible
to seafood allergy sufferers, Chinese researchers report.
Despite health concerns climbing ever higher on the consumer
agenda, snack and bread products dominate the top five grocery
brands in the UK as manufacturers see reformulated products gaining
in popularity, according to a new report.
Banana supplier Chiquita has reported a widened loss in its fourth
quarter and full year, but the firm said it expects a number of
strategic initiatives it has put in place will help it gain
momentum in 2007.
Kerry Bio-Science has launched an improved version of its
fresh-keeping ingredients for dairy products, which claims to
deliver improved performance at a lower cost.
Olive juice, obtained by pressing olive leaves, may act as an
antioxidant to prolong the frying life of frying oils, suggests a
study using sunflower oil.
UK consumers rate the issue of food safety as one among the lowest
of their concerns, behind even house prices and traffic congestion,
according to the results of a new survey released yesterday.
Sales of smoothies in the US have rocketed over the past five
years, but manufacturers must continue to develop innovative
flavors in order to keep consumers engaged, according to a new
report by Mintel.
Danisco USA has expanded into the organic dairy sector, developing
a range of stabilizer blends designed to replace its conventional
blends in organic formulations.
The EC has concluded that the proposed acquisition of Quest by
Givaudan poses no significant impediment to effective competition
in the European Economic Area (EEA).
Tate & Lyle's appointment of a new head of global research and
development underlines the company's focus on the value-added end
of the ingredients market.
UK manufacturers are missing out on tens of millions of pounds of
research & development (R&D) tax relief because they are
not investigating whether their activities qualify for the benefit.
A new portable water temperature control system is constructed from
stainless steel so as to withstand harsh washdowns in food plants,
its manufacturer claims.
Bernard Matthews yesterday laid off 120 workers at its turkey plant
in the UK, with the possiblity that another 500 could go if the
bird flu scare continues to damage sales.
The color of a drink can affect peoples' perception of its taste,
according to new research, which claims to be the first of its kind
to examine how attributes such as color, price or brand can impact
consumer preferences.
A new device that mimics human chewing could have ramifications for
food formulators by providing a more detailed understanding of
mastication and flavour release.
Drinks giant PepsiCo is to disclose the caffeine content on cans
and bottles of its flagship soda Pepsi, a move that comes amidst
mounting debate surrounding the substance.
Givaudan's full year results for 2006 indicate that the flavour and
fragrance giant is profiting from the streamlining of its commodity
ingredient operations.